EDMONTON – Wednesday morning marks the inaugural direct flight from the Edmonton International Airport to Dallas/Fort-Worth.
The first flight from Edmonton to Dallas left shortly after 8 a.m.
American Airlines is behind the new route, which is being pitched as an option for business, and a travel connection to South America and the Middle East.
“This new, non-stop route is a major asset for travellers doing business in Dallas/Fort Worth, and it links us to American Airlines’ largest hub, with great access to Central and South America,” said EIA President and CEO Tom Ruth. “Through American, Edmonton will now have access to the oneworld alliance global network of almost a thousand destinations in more than 150 countries.”
The province is welcoming the new flight, as well as the connection to Texas.
“We look forward to welcoming more Texans to come and explore what Alberta has to offer,” said Richard Starke, minister of tourism.
“With our rich history in agriculture, our landscape of both big cities and wide open spaces, and our shared culture as pioneers and entrepreneurs, Texans should feel right at home in Alberta.”
Edmonton’s business community believes the service will benefit the economy.
“This is great news for Edmonton,” said Brad Ferguson, President and CEO of Edmonton Economic Development Corporation (EEDC).
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“The expanded air service will open new business and investment opportunities for Edmonton companies, and it also reinforces our growing position as a major economic hub. The American Airlines investment is a significant one, and we welcome the oneworld alliance to our community.”
The service will operate daily, and the flight duration is just under four hours. The American Airlines Airbus A319 offers in-flight Wi-Fi.
The first flight to Edmonton from Dallas landed around 7 p.m. Tuesday.
Many years ago, American Airlines operated an overnight flight out of Edmonton – with a stopover in Calgary – to Dallas/Fort-Worth. In September 1996, that service was discontinued.
Wednesday’s debut flight marked the first time American Airlines has offered a non-stop flight from Edmonton to Dallas/Fort-Worth.
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